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Laos: 5 people stuck in cave for a week found alive
Two of the seven people who became trapped in a flooded cave a week ago are still missing, rescuers have said.
Chinese dissident found at sea detained in South Korea
Dong Guangping, a former policeman who has been jailed for his opposition to China's Communist regime, was found drifting in a small rubber boat off South Korea's west coast.
India news: Modi warns of heat wave dangers
Heatstroke has killed at least 16 people in southern Telangana state, and Prime Minister Modi has said Indians must heed warning signs. The heat wave has also sparked forest fires…
License to play: The new James Bond video game
James Bond is back, and he's as charismatic and daring as ever. The video game "007 First Light" tells the origin story of the British secret agent — and the stakes are high.
Germany news: Economy minister eyes resources in China visit
Germany's economy minister is in China and has called for the two countries to become more trusting partners. Meanwhile, a former chancellor has warned against any cooperation wit…
Germany: Alleged leftist militant found guilty of robbery
Daniela Klette, suspected to be one of the last remaining members of the left-wing terrorist group Red Army Faction, has been found guilty for her part in a series of robberies — …
Middle East: Israel says Hamas' armed wing chief killed
Israel's military said Mohammad Odeh, head of the militant group's armed wing, was killed in strikes in Gaza — just days after his predecessor was also killed. DW has more.
Cuba calls for global solidarity amid fears of US aggression
Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez warned the UN Security Council that US sanctions were pushing the island toward a "humanitarian catastrophe" as tensions with Washington escalate.
The German gym fighting the far right with MMA
The far right is increasingly using MMA to recruit new members. But a gym in Chemnitz, in the east of Germany, is fighting back with a martial arts program focused on diversity an…
Green energy isn’t Europe’s problem — storage is
Solar and wind produce lots of energy — but not always at the right time. More battery storage could help Europe to stabilize prices and replace polluting fossil fuel energy, but …
India news: Iran releases 10 sailors detained in 2025
India's shipping authorities claim that Iran has released 10 sailors who were detained in a tanker interception in 2025. Meanwhile, forest fires rage through Indian's hills amid h…
US planning to halt immigration at 'sanctuary city' airports
The Trump administration's plans would target cities in Democrat-run states that have not cooperated with its immigration clampdown. Millions of foreign tourists are set to arrive…
Samsung avoids strike as workers approve massive bonus deal
Amid booming demand for AI chips, the government-backed deal will make more than 60% of the South Korean tech giant's workforce eligible for bonuses of about $370,000 this year.
North Korea tests new missile launch system — report
North Korea has tested a mix of tactical ballistic missiles, artillery and precision cruise missiles, state news agency reported. The country has been steadily upgrading its wea…
Turkish police fire water cannons at protesters in Izmir
Turkish police tried to break up protests called by Ozgur Ozel. He was removed from his position as chair of the country's main opposition party following a court order last week.
How did Berlin's Jewish Hospital and hundreds of its patients survive the Holocaust?
When Red Army troops entered Berlin's Jewish Hospital in 1945, they were astonished to discover hundreds of Jews living just a couple of miles away from Hitler's bunker.
Iran: Data show partial restoration of internet connectivity
Iran's vice president Mohammad Reza Aref said the government has taken the first steps to restore internet access. Meanwhile, Tehran warned US against "violation" of ceasefire. Fo…
Ukraine: EU, Germany summon Russian envoys after Moscow tells diplomats to leave Kyiv
The EU and Germany both summoned Russian diplomats to protest attacks on Kyiv and orders for diplomats to leave the city. The UN secretary-general also rebuked Russia in a session…
Scientists discover new little blue octopus in Galapagos Islands
Scientists knew they had encountered something special when they first saw the tiny blue octopus in the depths of the Galapagos Islands.
Fuel hikes: Is ride-hailing becoming a luxury in Lagos?
Rising fares and fuel costs are reshaping how ride‑hailing is used in Lagos. While some commuters rely on it more than ever, others are cutting back, switching apps or turning to …
Ferrari unveils its first all-electric car, the 4-door Luce
The Italian supercar giant has released images of what will be both its first ever pure EV, and its first car that can seat five people. The Luce eyes a younger clientele and the …
Marco Rubio's India visit signals effort to steady ties
The US secretary of state's visit to New Delhi comes after months of tension between the US and India. Underlying disputes over trade, energy and strategy show trust remains fragi…
In Nazi Germany, jazz was an act of defiance
The Nazis denounced jazz music as "degenerate art," despite its widespread popularity in Germany. Amid crackdowns on freedom of expression, groups of jazz-loving teenagers formed …
How jazz became an act of defiance in Nazi Germany
The Nazis denounced jazz music as "degenerate art," despite its widespread popularity in Germany. Amid crackdowns on freedom of expression, groups of jazz-loving teenagers formed …
Putin offers debt relief to new recruits for Ukraine war
New recruits for Russia's war in Ukraine will have debts up to 10 million rubles canceled under a presidential decree. Another new law reportedly foresees the use of Russian armed…
Iran medicine shortages worsened by war
Amid a fragile ceasefire with the US and Israel, Iranians are finding it harder to access essential medicines as imports and payment systems are disrupted.
Belgium: Train collides with school bus, several dead
A train has crashed into a school bus near a town close to Brussels, killing at least four people, including two children.
Where are US forces stationed in Europe?
The United States operates various bases across the European continent. DW breaks down what these sites are used for, and how many troops are stationed there.
The wind boom Trump couldn't stop
Even with fierce opposition, offshore wind projects are multiplying along US coasts — signaling a massive shift in energy.
Even Trump can't stop the advance of wind power
The United States is in the middle of the largest offshore wind expansion in its history — despite Donald Trump waging what clean energy advocates describe as an all-out war again…